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Legendary R&B singer Freddie Jackson died on Monday at age 70, according to an announcement by his family on Instagram. Born and raised in Harlem, Jackson gained fame with hits like "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)" and "You Are My Lady" during the '80s. His distinctive voice earned him two Grammy nominations and platinum certification for his debut album. The singer's family described him as a kind soul who left behind music that served as the soundtrack to many people’s lives, adding that details regarding funeral arrangements would be shared in the coming days. A cause of death has not been disclosed yet.
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Legendary R&B singer Freddie Jackson died on Monday, his family announced Tuesday on Instagram.
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“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went home to rest last night,” they captioned the post.
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He was a kind, generous soul who loved his fans, his family, his friends, and his music with everything he had,” they added.
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“For decades he gave us the songs that became the soundtrack to our love stories, our celebrations, and our most treasured memories.
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That gift will live on forever.”
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Jackson’s family thanked all of Jackson’s fans who ever “sang along, danced, or felt something when Freddie took the stage.”
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“You were family to him, and he carried your love with him always,” they wrote.
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Details regarding arrangements and how to honor his legacy will be shared in the coming days,” Jackson’s family added.
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Your legacy and your voice will live on forever. 🙏🏾❤️.”
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A cause of death has not yet been released.
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